16 Wishes facts for kids
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| Genre | Comedy, Fantasy, Teen |
| Written by | Annie DeYoung |
| Directed by | Peter DeLuise |
| Starring | Debby Ryan Jean-Luc Bilodeau Anna Mae Routledge |
| Country of origin | United States Canada |
| Original language(s) | French, English |
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| Running time | 90 minutes |
| Production company(s) | Unity Pictures |
| Distributor | MarVista Entertainment |
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| Original network | Disney Channel Family |
| Original release | June 25, 2010 (US) July 16, 2010 (CAN) |
16 Wishes is a fun TV movie from 2010. It's a teen film that mixes comedy with fantasy. The movie stars Debby Ryan and Jean-Luc Bilodeau. It first aired on Disney Channel in the United States on June 25, 2010. Later, it came to the Family Channel in Canada on July 16, 2010.
The movie was directed by Peter DeLuise. Annie DeYoung wrote the story. 16 Wishes was very popular when it first came out. It was one of the most watched shows on cable TV that day. Many people watched it, including older teens and young adults. This helped Debby Ryan become even more well-known.
About the Movie
16 Wishes is a movie made by both Canadian and American companies. It was a team effort between Disney Channel, Family Channel, and MarVista Entertainment. In some countries, it was even called a "Disney Channel Original Movie."
Main Characters
- Abby Jensen (played by Debby Ryan): Abby is the main character. She has been planning her 16th birthday for a long time. She has a list of 16 wishes she wants to come true.
- Jay Kepler (played by Jean-Luc Bilodeau): Jay is Abby's best friend. He tries to help her, even when things go wrong.
Story Summary
The movie is about Abby Jensen's 16th birthday. She has a special list of 16 wishes. On her birthday, a magical fairy, Celeste, gives Abby 16 candles. Each candle makes one of her wishes come true.
At first, everything seems perfect. Abby's wishes start to come true. But soon, she learns that getting everything you wish for can have unexpected problems. Some wishes make her life more complicated. She realizes that what she thought she wanted might not be what she truly needs. The movie shows how Abby learns important lessons about friendship and what really matters.
Popularity and Viewership
16 Wishes was a big hit for Disney Channel. It brought in a large audience, especially young viewers. The movie's success showed that audiences enjoyed its mix of magic, comedy, and a relatable teen story. It was one of the top cable programs during the week it premiered.
